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Juniors Jack Dong and Nathan Liu (left to right) interview Dr. Tony Masri about sleep.
Students receive expert advice at ‘Sleeping Can Be Your Secret Hack’ Q&A
November 11, 2024
The marching band and color guard take the field for their final performance of their 2024 field show, “The Show Must Go On.”
Marching band closes its season placing second at the WBA Regional Championships in LA
November 11, 2024
Students in the marching band and color guard perform their show “The Show Must Go On” at the Oct. 26 Cupertino Tournament of Bands.
Marching band takes fourth place at Cupertino High competition
November 4, 2024
A child presses on the button, triggering the smasher.
Robotics hosts its 3rd annual SMASH event, fueling Halloween excitement and offering new activities
November 3, 2024
Sophomore quarterback Anson Hulme dresses up as his coach Archie Ljepava, capturing his signature baseball cap, glasses and beard.
Annual Halloween parade showcases clever costumes, tributes to staff and friendship groups
November 3, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
Out of the five chemical showers in the science hall, this chemical shower lies outside chemistry teacher Kathy Nakamatsu’s classroom.
Chemical showers act as essential safeguards in science wing
October 30, 2024
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
Show Peppa Pig — a childhood idol — some respect
October 28, 2024
Receiver Sawyer Chao driving through Gunn’s defense.
Injury-plagued Falcons limp to the end of season with three losses
November 11, 2024
Senior Sydney Riera makes a pass during the team’s senior night game on Oct. 30.
Field hockey misses CCS after tough loss vs Presentation High on penalty shots
November 7, 2024
Junior Sahaana Potti has committed to Pepperdine.
Sahaana Potti verbally commits to playing Division I soccer at Pepperdine
November 1, 2024
A Fantasy Premier League squad’s performance on game week 5
Sophomores find fantasy leagues make professional sports more entertaining to watch
October 28, 2024
Senior Sarah Lim practices her swing at the Saratoga Country Club range.
Star golfer Sarah Lim cards all-time low score in recent home match vs. Gunn
October 28, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 2024
An assortment of differently colored onions — all of which taste terrible.
A 200-word perspective on the terrible taste of onions
October 28, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024
The warmth of the holiday season can come from a variety of foods other than meaty dishes.
Vegetarian alternatives to staple Thanksgiving foods
October 31, 2024
We went to Costco to review their Halloween selections and were immediately drawn to this adorable squishmallow.
Costco’s Halloween essentials: our recommendations
October 30, 2024
My initial fervor started to decline in June, as my stress levels went down, and my days began to become very standardized.
New year, new me?: My journey through journaling
October 30, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Nitya Marimuthu

District should protect the county, not force teachers back prematurely

Nitya Marimuthu
March 8, 2021

Decade in review: a look back at our favorite sports moments

Jonathan Li and Nitya Marimuthu
February 23, 2021
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Uncut sports see high levels of students enrolling to fulfill PE credits

Nitya Marimuthu
December 4, 2020
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ICAC officers settle on virtual showcase for annual Bombay in the Bay performance

Nitya Marimuthu
December 3, 2020
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The toxic two-party system has wreaked disaster upon U.S. politics

Nitya Marimuthu
September 23, 2020
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To fight urgent obstacles, U.S. needs to turn its gaze outwards

Nitya Marimuthu
September 17, 2020
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Netflix show perpetuates stereotypes in failed attempt to relate to Indian-Americans

Nitya Marimuthu
May 21, 2020
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Seniors will pick up diplomas in drive-through graduation ceremony June 1

Nitya Marimuthu
May 10, 2020
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Stimulus plan has the right idea but the wrong execution

Nitya Marimuthu
April 29, 2020
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Former SHS principal passes away due to complications from COVID-19

Nitya Marimuthu
April 19, 2020
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Alumni participate in videos on YouTube channel Jubilee

Nitya Marimuthu
March 31, 2020

Fitness apps have the right idea but lack the miracle transformations they claim

Nitya Marimuthu
March 31, 2020

‘Run, hide, defend’ is out of date and must be updated for better safety

Nitya Marimuthu
February 6, 2020

Rising conflicts expose political inadequacies in students

Nitya Marimuthu
January 24, 2020

Dance and Verma to run at state championship meet

Nitya Marimuthu
November 25, 2019
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Girls’ cross country team finishes season with high morale and a strong sense of camaraderie

Nitya Marimuthu
November 22, 2019

Ten tips to begin running on your own

Nitya Marimuthu
November 20, 2019

Losing a family member leads to realizations about the value of life and relationships

Nitya Marimuthu
November 20, 2019
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Traditional Thanksgiving turkey takes tremendous twist

Nitya Marimuthu and Kaitlyn Tsai
November 18, 2019

Should juniors respect so-called senior parking spots?

Jayne Zhou and Nitya Marimuthu
October 17, 2019

Administration misused authority to shut down and forcibly change student-run ‘toga confessions’ page

Manasi Garg and Nitya Marimuthu
October 17, 2019

After successful Crystal performance, boys’ cross country gears up for future meets

Nitya Marimuthu and Sina Salehi
October 16, 2019

Lynbrook was right to fire Persky, the judge who was recalled as a result of the Brock Turner case

Nitya Marimuthu and Esther Luan
October 9, 2019

Identification cards contain reforms that aim to address student mental health

Brandon Wang and Nitya Marimuthu
September 10, 2019

Seeking to catch coaches’ attention, student athletes attend summer camps

Nitya Marimuthu and Sina Salehi
September 10, 2019

Boys’ cross country team hopes to cross previous obstacles unscathed

Sina Salehi and Nitya Marimuthu
September 9, 2019

Pop the bubble: get an internship and experience real life

Nitya Marimuthu
May 29, 2019

Are the stigmas surrounding teenage drivers justified?

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
May 24, 2019

The ‘team’ aspect of playing an individual sport

Nitya Marimuthu
May 23, 2019

The transition between being a player to leading a team

Nitya Marimuthu
May 20, 2019

Speedy seven sprint through CCS semis

Allison Hartley and Nitya Marimuthu
May 17, 2019
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Athletes achieve personal records at end-of-the season qualifying meets

Allison Hartley and Nitya Marimuthu
May 2, 2019

Young track star: Dance making large strides

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

Leadership students visit senior center, hear speech by politician

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

Outreach commission works with Stanford on annual blood drive

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

The cheating dilemma: Students take homework ‘help’ to a new level

Edwin Chen and Nitya Marimuthu
April 1, 2019

Gingerly taking on a dessert challenge

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
March 27, 2019
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Six contestants will compete in Mr. Saratoga

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
February 14, 2019

Work on WASC begins

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
February 14, 2019

Track team is hopeful for upcoming season

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
February 13, 2019

Smart is shallow

Nitya Marimuthu
February 12, 2019

Don’t be jelly, we ruined mac and cheese

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
January 28, 2019

Notable alumni: Mark Kvamme takes VC company to the midwest

Nitya Marimuthu
December 12, 2018

Substitute to fill in for counselor

Nitya Marimuthu and Kaitlyn Tsai
December 12, 2018

Giving Tree gives chance to help others during the holidays

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
December 12, 2018
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Freshman duet wins Saratoga idol

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
December 12, 2018

Younger siblings get the scoop

Nitya Marimuthu
December 10, 2018

Seniors connect to elementary schoolers in annual ‘Toga reads’

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
October 30, 2018
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Lucid dreaming: Students shape experiences behind closed eyes

Nitya Marimuthu and Kevin Sze
October 29, 2018

‘The Hate U Give’: A beautiful, moving story about police brutality in America

Nitya Marimuthu and Neeti Badve
October 29, 2018

Spirit commission branches out with new Halloween event

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
October 29, 2018

Kardash captures first as girls’ cross country competes at Lynbrook

Nitya Marimuthu
September 27, 2018

Restrooms remodeled after Leadership class, administration act on complaints

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
September 25, 2018
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Equity team organizes Breaking Down the Walls week

Nitya Marimuthu and Emilie Zhou
September 25, 2018
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Veteran teachers adjust to new classrooms

Nitya Marimuthu and Howard Tang
September 24, 2018

Math acceleration speeds to new levels

Nitya Marimuthu
April 1, 2018
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